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11
Apr
2026
Richly Scented Candles ? What Exactly Does This Mean?

Richly Scented Candles ? What Exactly Does This Mean?

Richly scented candles are the ones you need to buy if you want to enjoy the scent of the candles outdoors as well as indoors. These candles do not lose their scent when you light them outside on the patio table. Richly scented candles do not contain essential oils, but rather they contain fragrances similar to perfumes. You can have floral scents, fruit scents or the scent of home baked goodies. The scents from richly scented candles are perfectly safe to use in your home and are balanced evenly throughout the candles to give you even effects when you burn them.

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Posted by petra1000 in Blog, Crafting
10
Apr
2026
Scrap Book Enthusiasts Turn to Photo Jewelry Making

Scrap Book Enthusiasts Turn to Photo Jewelry Making

Scrap booking is all the rage because people love their photographs and want to show them off. The popularity of scrap booking has now run over into another area, and scrap book enthusiasts have found a new passion: Custom Made Photo Jewelry. By creating one of a kind custom made photo jewelry pieces people can wear their photos and take them wherever they go. Photo Jewelry is like wearing your scrapbook.

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Posted by petra1000 in Blog, Jewelry, Scrapbooking
09
Apr
2026
From Flint Knives to Fiber Art: The Timeless History of Crafting

From Flint Knives to Fiber Art: The Timeless History of Crafting

Crafting—the art of making things by hand with skill, care, and creativity—has been part of the human story since our ancestors first chipped stone into tools. Today, in an era of 3D printers and mass-produced goods, millions turn to knitting, pottery, woodworking, and digital maker projects for joy, mindfulness, and connection. But this isn’t a new trend. Crafting stretches back over two million years, evolving from survival necessities into cultural expressions, economic engines, and artistic rebellions. Its history reveals how humans have always shaped the world with their hands—and why that impulse endures.

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Posted by petra1000 in Blog, Crafting
08
Apr
2026
Learn knitting the chunky way!

Learn knitting the chunky way!

When I was a kid, there was a candy bar by the name of “Chunky”.

It was nothing more than a solid square of chocolate, with some raisins and nuts thrown in. But, boy was it good! I can’t remember how many nickels I plunked down for one of those on a hot, summer afternoon!

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Posted by petra1000 in Blog, Knitting
06
Apr
2026
Flowers And Jewelry: Crash Course For Guys

Flowers And Jewelry: Crash Course For Guys

Along with flowers, gemstones also have significant meaning. Understanding the symbolism behind certain gemstones will greatly enhance any jewelry gift that you purchase. Here is a listing of gemstones associated with birthstones, as well as a listing of gemstones meanings.

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Posted by petra1000 in Blog, Flowers, Jewelry